Welcome to Prime Health Hub, where we’re committed to providing you with the most advanced and comprehensive care for your musculoskeletal health needs. Our clinic combines traditional hands-on therapy with cutting-edge technology to diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions effectively.
Our Digital Postural Assessment Services Include:
- Posture Assessment 2 View / 4 View: Comprehensive evaluation of body alignment from multiple angles to identify postural imbalances.
- Comparison Reports: Detailed reports to track progress and improvements over time based on previous assessments.
- Photographic Body Composition: Visual analysis of body composition to set achievable health goals and monitor progress.
- LeanScreen: Assessment of body fat percentage and lean muscle mass for optimal health and fitness.
- Trend Analysis Reports: Monitoring trends in posture and body composition for long-term success and sustainability.
- Range of Motion (Cervical): Evaluation of cervical spine mobility to address neck pain and stiffness effectively.
- Movement Screens: Assessment of functional movement patterns to identify underlying issues affecting mobility.
- Seated Posture Lateral Assessment: Detection of ergonomic issues and postural imbalances contributing to discomfort.
- SquatScreen: Evaluation of lower body mechanics to enhance performance and prevent injuries.
- Waist Hip Ratio: Insights into the risk for certain health conditions based on waist-to-hip ratio measurements.
- Body Composition Scan: Using advanced bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), the Tanita scan measures key metrics such as body fat percentage, muscle mass, hydration levels, metabolic rate, and visceral fat rating.
Benefits of Postural Assessment:
- Pain Relief: Addressing postural issues can alleviate chronic pain in the neck, back, and shoulders, providing much-needed relief and improving quality of life.
- Prevention of Future Injuries: Early detection and correction of postural imbalances can prevent injuries and reduce the risk of developing chronic conditions.
- Improved Mobility: Correcting posture can enhance flexibility and range of motion, making everyday activities easier and more enjoyable.
- Customized Treatment Plans: Receive personalized treatment plans tailored to address specific postural issues and goals effectively.
- Confidence Boost: Better posture can boost confidence and self-esteem, allowing for a more assertive and positive appearance in daily life.
Importance for Children:
Proper postural habits established during childhood are crucial for healthy growth and development. Early detection and correction of postural issues through assessments can prevent long-term complications, ensuring children grow up with optimal musculoskeletal health and well-being. Timely postural analysis in children can help prevent disorders such as scoliosis, kyphosis (rounded upper back), lordosis (excessive curvature of the lower spine), forward head posture (Tech neck), hip and knee misalignments, shoulder impingement, and muscular imbalances, as well as developmental delays related to motor skills.
Importance for Adults:
As adults, maintaining good posture is essential for overall health and well-being. Postural assessment helps identify and address issues such as chronic neck and back pain, degenerative disc disease, osteoarthritis, disc herniation, sciatica, shoulder impingement syndrome, poor posture-related headaches, and muscular imbalances and strains. By conducting timely postural analyses, healthcare providers can prevent the progression of these disorders and mitigate associated symptoms, allowing adults to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle.
Disorders Where Postural Assessment Plays a Crucial Role
- Scoliosis: Scoliosis is a condition characterized by an abnormal sideways curvature of the spine. Postural assessment helps detect scoliosis early, allowing for timely intervention to prevent progression and manage symptoms.
- Forward head posture (Tech neck): Forward head posture, often referred to as “Tech neck,” is the excessive protrusion of the head forward relative to the shoulders. Postural assessment can identify forward head posture and its associated risks, such as neck pain, headaches, and reduced range of motion.
- Kyphosis (rounded upper back): Kyphosis is an excessive outward curvature of the spine, resulting in a rounded upper back or “hunchback” appearance. Postural assessment helps identify kyphosis and guides treatment strategies to improve spinal alignment and reduce discomfort.
- Lordosis (excessive curvature of the lower spine): Lordosis, also known as swayback, is an excessive inward curvature of the spine, typically in the lower back region. Postural assessment helps detect lordosis and addresses contributing factors such as muscle imbalances and poor posture habits.
- Disc herniation: Disc herniation occurs when the soft inner core of a spinal disc protrudes through the tough outer layer, often resulting in nerve compression and pain. Postural assessment aids in identifying postural imbalances and movement patterns that may contribute to disc herniation, guiding preventive measures and treatment strategies.
- Sciatica: Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve, typically down the back of the leg. Postural assessment helps identify underlying spinal issues, such as disc herniation or spinal stenosis, that may contribute to sciatic nerve compression and pain.
- Shoulder impingement: Shoulder impingement occurs when the tendons of the rotator cuff become pinched between the shoulder blade and the upper arm bone. Postural assessment identifies posture-related factors contributing to shoulder impingement, such as rounded shoulders or forward head posture, and guides corrective exercises and ergonomic modifications.
- Hip and knee misalignments: Hip and knee misalignments can lead to pain, reduced range of motion, and increased risk of injury. Postural assessment helps identify alignment issues in the lower extremities, guiding interventions such as corrective exercises, manual therapy, and orthotic interventions to restore proper alignment and function.
At Prime Health Hub: Osteopathy Pain Clinic, our dedicated team of practitioners is here to help you reclaim your life from pain and discomfort. With a combination of hands-on therapy and advanced diagnostic technologies, we offer comprehensive solutions tailored to your individual needs.
Our practitioners utilize a range of diagnostic techniques, including orthopedic testing, nervoscope testing, and digital postural analysis, to accurately assess your condition. In addition, our clinic utilises advanced diagnostic technologies such as MRI, X-ray, CT scan, and many more providing detailed insights into your health.
Once the root cause of the condition has been accurately found, we offer a variety of treatment modalities to help you achieve optimal health and well-being. From osteopathy and shockwave therapy to lymphedema treatment, ultrasound-guided dry needling, and laser therapy (LLLT), we have the expertise and technology to provide you with effective relief.
While we take primarily in our Osteopathy therapy approach, we also understand the importance of leveraging technology to deliver quick and efficient results. Whether you’re dealing with acute pain, chronic pain or seeking preventive care, our team is dedicated to helping you live your best life.
Don’t let pain hold you back any longer. Take the first step towards a pain-free future by scheduling an appointment with Prime Health Hub: Osteopathy Pain Clinic. Your journey to better health starts here.